Defining Moments

In 2009, Marines made history with the development of its Female Engagement Team (FET) program. Trained to gather intelligence, and perform community outreach with women and children, these Marines showed that an outstretched hand is often the strongest weapon against terror.

MARPAT Camouflage

The Marine Corps combat utility uniform must be functional and durable, all while protecting the warriors who depend on its scientifically designed camouflage. More than a decade after the Corps released its revolutionary uniforms, other branches of the U.S. Military have followed suit.

Montford Point Marines

The Montford Point Marines fought two wars, one abroad and one at home. While they fought for freedom overseas, they returned home to a nation that was separate and unequal. Breaking through racial barriers, they transformed the face of the Marine Corps.

Sniping

Dating back to as early as World War I, Marines have relied on Scout Sniper teams to stealthily enter enemy territory, gather intelligence and acquire targets through long-range precision fire. Over nearly a century of experience, the Corps has established sniping techniques now used by militaries around the world.

Female Engagement Teams

MARPAT Camouflage

In 2000, the Corps set out to redefine the combat uniform from the ground up. The Corps' digital camouflage continues to win awards for its versatile concealment properties in a wide range of environments around the globe.

Montford Point

Over 20,000 Montford Point Marines loyally served our nation in the face of prejudice and discrimination, participating in many of the most important battles of the Pacific, Korea and Vietnam. These Marines made history. And paved the way for generations to come.

Sniping

While Scout Snipers push the limits of the Corps doctrine of ‘Every Marine A Rifleman,' snipers use their unique skill sets primarily to gather intelligence about the enemy and the battlefield terrain.